Bill Ryan: Letter twists my record

The above letter writer, by disregarding facts to distort the truth, discredited himself.

Contrary to his assertions, I helped save the Westchester Medical Center by ensuring it received financial aid and competent new management.

He accuses the old management of taking excessive benefits and payouts, yet independent audits don't support his allegations. I've suggested he give the authorities any proof of wrongdoing, but, for whatever reason, he hasn't.

The writer wrongly charges that I attempted to raise my salary to $155,000. When the Board eliminated its $140,000 clerk/chief-of-staff, I became the full-time, day-to-day administrator. To compensate for this, the legislators proposed a $35,000 increase to my $89,000 salary. I didn't allow that increase to come to a vote, so it never took effect.

He is also wrong about Gary Kriss, who bought equipment for the Board but failed to follow proper procurement procedures. Mr. Kriss wasn't charged with stealing the equipment. He was charged and convicted of theft of service - asking a co-worker to scan a few pictures and read a piece of writing. I've told him to verify this with the District Attorney but he's never bothered, preferring to spread misinformation.

Many support my candidacy and my goal to make Westchester a great place to live, work and raise a family.

That's real information, which the writer will undoubtedly twist to suit his transparent purposes.